1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 624 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
